Quake In The Philippines Kills At Least Sixteen

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 16 people and injuring over 200. The quake struck Monday, causing significant damage in the Mindanao region. Officials say a 3-foot tsunami hit nearby coasts, damaging houses in at least one village. The strongest quake to hit the Philippines this year was centered at sea and the major city of General Santos was among the hardest hit places. Building collapses were reported and a key access bridge was damaged. Search-and-rescue efforts were ongoing.